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Projects & Proposals > Manhattan > Virtual Tour of Malcolm X Boulevard

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This page describes Malcolm X Boulevard as it appeared in 2001. The tour was developed as part of the Malcolm X Boulevard Streetscape Enhancement Project. These pages are no longer being updated.

46. Art Underground, Part IV In the W. 135th Street subway station (2 and 3 lines)
Artist Willie Birch and ceramicist Steve Miotto collaborated on the creation of the mosaic murals, Harlem Timeline, found at the W. 135th Street Station. A tribute to some of Harlem's notable residents and institutions, it includes Malcolm X, Charlie Parker, City College, Bill "Bojangles" Robinson, Abyssinian Baptist Church, and the famous checker players. Throughout the piece, one finds references to colorful African-American quilts, textiles, and folk art. This completes the three-part collaborative effort in the stations along Malcolm X Blvd. by Birch, Vincent Smith and Faith Ringgold, depicting Harlem heroes and landmarks.	Detail of "Harlem Timeline 1", by Willie Birch
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